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BMW Model Code for Each BMW Motorcycle

Good afternoon,

Thought I would throw a technical question to the masses.

Does anyone know what the BMW Model Code is in relation to the specific machine. As an example The BMW model code 0430 is for the R1200RT. My question is in that there must be a list some where that breaks this information out for the other model numbers.

Looked at the link and I am sorry but this is not quite what I am looking for. But I do appreciate your effort in trying to help me. I have attached below a sheet that I recieved from my dealer this morning and I'll explain where I am coming from the picture below.

Where you see WB1, this is the manufacture' code, no issue, but the 4, 5, 6, 7 digit is the model code which indicates the model, standard and optional equipment on your machine. In the case of my 2009 R1200RT, it would read WB1 0430 (BMW's code number for the R1200RT). It's the cross reference #'s for the model code that I am looking for.

The next issue is the Engine Power variant digit 8.

Here is an example of a Harley Davidson FXDF Dyna Fat Bob 105th Anniversary. By reading the serial number, I know that the bike matches what I am seeing.

Okay I will bite...

Originally Posted by b25bsaboy

Good afternoon,

Thought I would throw a technical question to the masses.

Does anyone know what the BMW Model Code is in relation to the specific machine. As an example The BMW model code 0430 is for the R1200RT. My question is in that there must be a list some where that breaks this information out for the other model numbers.

Try this...

Originally Posted by b25bsaboy

Hi Kent,

Looked at the link and I am sorry but this is not quite what I am looking for. But I do appreciate your effort in trying to help me. I have attached below a sheet that I recieved from my dealer this morning and I'll explain where I am coming from the picture below.

Where you see WB1, this is the manufacture' code, no issue, but the 4, 5, 6, 7 digit is the model code which indicates the model, standard and optional equipment on your machine. In the case of my 2009 R1200RT, it would read WB1 0430 (BMW's code number for the R1200RT). It's the cross reference #'s for the model code that I am looking for.

The next issue is the Engine Power variant digit 8.

Here is an example of a Harley Davidson FXDF Dyna Fat Bob 105th Anniversary. By reading the serial number, I know that the bike matches what I am seeing.

What I am looking for is that someone must have complied a list of the various models that has been cross referenced to a model code.

I am an accredited motorcycle appraiser for a number of insurance companies and have complied a list of each of the manufacture's and the BMW is one of the last I am working on.

Try going here: http://www.bmwmotorcycles.com/us/en/index.html
Click "Service & Maintenance" at the top of page
Click "Rider's Manual" at left
On right of page you will see the alpha designation that starts the model followed by "models"
Clicking the "+" beside each reveals the model # designation of which I believe you are seeking.

Actually, the RealOEM site does contain all the model codes. From the screen that says "Select Your BMW Model" at the top, select "Motorcycle" in the first column (Product) and the series you want information about in the second column (Series). Model numbers will be displayed in the fourth column (Model).

If you select K26 (R 900 RT, R 1200 RT) under Series, you get the following under Model:

The first entry refers to models beginning in model year 2005 (hexheads). The second entry is for camheads. The model numbers are in parentheses. The first is for the rest of the world, and the second is for the US. The biggest difference is that US models have charcoal canisters and the rest do not.

Despite what the BMW printout says, the model number does not show individual options. ALL US R1200RT hexheads are model number 0388.

Try going here: http://www.bmwmotorcycles.com/us/en/index.html
Click "Service & Maintenance" at the top of page
Click "Rider's Manual" at left
On right of page you will see the alpha designation that starts the model followed by "models"
Clicking the "+" beside each reveals the model # designation of which I believe you are seeking.

Hope this helps.

Good luck.

Scot

Scott,

This is exactly what the doctor ordered and your the winner of the $ 64,000. dollar monopoly money.

Actually, the RealOEM site does contain all the model codes. From the screen that says "Select Your BMW Model" at the top, select "Motorcycle" in the first column (Product) and the series you want information about in the second column (Series). Model numbers will be displayed in the fourth column (Model).

If you select K26 (R 900 RT, R 1200 RT) under Series, you get the following under Model:

The first entry refers to models beginning in model year 2005 (hexheads). The second entry is for camheads. The model numbers are in parentheses. The first is for the rest of the world, and the second is for the US. The biggest difference is that US models have charcoal canisters and the rest do not.

Despite what the BMW printout says, the model number does not show individual options. ALL US R1200RT hexheads prior to 2010 are model number 0388.

You raise a good point and for a newby such as me, what is the difference between a Hexhead verses a Camhead and what years did the separation begin?

Hexheads are the 2008 to 2009 R1200s. They have a hexagonal shaped cylinder head with the spark plug cover running horizontally. Camheads are the 2010+ R1200s with the dual overhead cam cylinder heads and the spark plug cover running vertically.